As a result of his laziness, Rip finds himself exhausted in the Catskills, where he meets a strange group of little men, who invite him to bowl. He drinks and has a great time and falls asleep. Unfortunately, when he wakes up, he learns that...

Study Guide for Rip Van Winkle and Other Stories

The Rip Van Winkle study guide contains a biography of author Washington Irving, literature essays, quiz questions, major themes, characters, and a full summary and analysis of his major short stories including Rip Van Winkle.